I've kept saying it since I did my first draft: This will keep changing.

This latest draft will include even more changes due to the latest changes among teams marching into the playoffs.

After Monday night's game, does anyone still think Atlanta stands so far above Philadelphia and New Orleans? With its loss to Arizona, will Dallas now climb a few spots higher and be positioned for a higher pick? What happens now if the New York Giants miss the playoffs?

There's plenty to consider, but here are some other thoughts as we get closer to the playoffs: Watch and see if some potential first round picks decide to stay for their senior years due to an impending lockout. Pay attention, too, to the quarterback rankings and players like Blaine Gabbert (Missouri), Ricky Stanzi (Iowa) and Pat Devlin (Delaware), who could each move up many draft boards.

I do have to give credit to you wannabe Mel Kipers out there who put me on blast for my last draft, when I had St. Louis taking A.J. Green with the 21st pick in the first round. They threw every imaginable stat and prognosticator's pick at me, but let me continue the discussion: When you examine different positions, you'll often find coaches who may notice similar strengths but be impressed for different reasons with a player.

Since we're talking wide receivers, you could find some who prefer Julio Jones more because of his size (6'4"), or Justin Blackmon for his ability on special teams. Some may also like that Notre Dame's Michael Floyd still averaged 12.5 yards per catch despite his team's quarterback issues this year. Don't get caught up in rankings, and remember that beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder.

30. New Orleans Saints: DT Drake Nevis, LSU

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Why Nevis Is Special: Former teammate Glenn Dorsey, now with the Kansas City Chiefs, predicted Nevis would be the next great defensive lineman to come out of LSU. He could be right: In 12 games, Nevis has 56 total tackles (30 solo), 13 tackles for loss, six sacks for 41 yards, four quarterback hurries and one interception.

Why Nevis Goes Here: He's had a spectacular season and many are saying he's one of those players who is making his way into the first round.

Why Nevis Fits: The Saints need to bolster their line and Nevis would be a great fit alongside Sedrick Ellis.

28. Atlanta Falcons: WR Michael Floyd, Notre Dame

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Why Floyd Is Special: He doesn't have great speed but is a big physical receiver that's much like a Larry Fitzgerald. Floyd finished the year with 73 catches for 916 yards (12.5 avg.) and 10 touchdowns.

Why Floyd Goes Here: He's got the talent, but it's just unrealistic to picture him going any higher.

Why Floyd Fits: Atlanta doesn't have enormous gaping holes it needs to fill. The Falcons could have to address tight end if Tony Gonzalez decides to retire, but we'll stick with Floyd for now. Dallas showed last year with Dez Bryant that it doesn't hurt to draft this way and give your quarterback a big, physical receiver to throw to. At 6'3", Floyd would qualify.

22. St. Louis Rams: WR Justin Blackmon, Oklahoma State

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Why Blackmon Is Special: If you want a playmaker, that's what you'll get with Blackmon, whom many say is even better than his predecessor Dez Bryant. Blackmon finished as the nation's second-best receiver this year with 102 catches for 1,665 yards (16.3 avg.) and 18 touchdowns.

Why Blackmon Goes Here: I suppose you could argue that he's better than A.J. Green or Julio Jones, but for now we'll put him here and slide him even below Ryan Broyles.

Why Blackmon Fits: Sam Bradford gets a playmaker to throw to and the Rams also address another need by strengthening their special teams, since Blackmon is also a talented return man.

18. Jacksonville Jaguars: CB Janoris Jenkins, Florida

Why Jenkins Is Special: He's not the biggest player, but his skill would help him match up with some of the NFL's fastest receivers.

Why Jenkins Goes Here: He doesn't have quite the same athleticism as other corners in the draft, but he has held his own in the SEC.

Why Jenkins Fits: Jacksonville plays in a division with some talented quarterbacks, so this couldn't hurt them. Watch and see if Jack Del Rio keeps his job, though. A new coach could have a whole different idea of who to draft.

16. Miami Dolphins: RB Daniel Thomas, Kansas State

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Why Thomas Is Special: He's the nation's ninth-leading rusher with 276 carries for 1,495 yards (5.4 average) and 16 touchdowns. He has seven games with over 100 yards rushing, including two 200-yard games. He had a career-high 269 yards rushing in the team's season finale at UNT.

Why Thomas Goes Here: After Mark Ingram, you have to expect Thomas will be the likely next best running back available.

Why Thomas Fits: Miami really doesn't have that dominant back and Thomas could fulfill that role.

14. Tennessee Titans: WR Ryan Broyles, Oklahoma

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Why Broyles Is Special: He's been a tremendous playmaker throughout his career at Oklahoma and will leave with virtually every school receiving record. He finished this year with 118 catches for 1,452 yards (12.3 avg.) and 13 touchdowns.

Why Broyles Goes Here: A.J. Green, Julio Jones and Justin Blackmon are the stars at this position in the draft, but Broyles follows right behind them.

Why Broyles Fits: Tennessee needs a shot of adrenaline in its passing game, and Randy Moss isn't the answer.

4. Arizona Cardinals: QB Ryan Mallett, Arkansas

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Why Mallett Is Special: His talent and ability have been obvious ever since he was one of the top high school recruits in the nation. He faced off against Jimmy Clausen in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl and many coaches thought Mallett was more polished and had better pro potential.

Why Mallett Goes Here: You could perhaps make an argument that Cincinnati could nab him, but he definitely is one of the top three quarterbacks in the draft.

Why Mallett Fits: Because Arizona desperately needs to find its future quarterback. Imagine if Donovan McNabb decides to head there and winds up also grooming Mallett in the process.